Judging Panel

Aisling is a Group Director in EssenceMediacom leading out the Retail team looking after some of the agency’s top local and international clients. VIEW MORE

Alma is a seasoned marketer with over 15 years of experience in tech, finance, and real estate. Recently, she joined Cairn as Brand and Communications Manager, launching the Cairn Community Games title sponsorship. Previously at Indeed, she led impactful sponsorship programs locally and globally. VIEW MORE

Ian is Digital Board Director with Zenith, part of Core with over 13 years media agency experience. He has worked across a large portfolio of clients across automotive, FMCG, public sector, utilities & finance. VIEW MORE

CEO of CIFF, Ireland’s first & largest film festival, Fiona’s career spans the arts, education, and charity sectors; in 2008 she led the Earthrace team, in its successful Guinness World Record-breaking circumnavigation of the globe in a ‘green’ powerboat. Non-Exec Director: Business to Arts; The VQ. VIEW MORE

As Head of Sponsorships and Events for PwC Ireland Jonny excels in strategic partnerships and event management, driving brand growth and visibility through innovative sponsorship deals and creating event experiences. VIEW MORE

David Doyle is the Head of Commercial Trading for the Irish Sun and Sunday Times. David has worked in the media industry for 14 years with experience on both the Media Agency and Publisher sides. David believes that positivity, honesty, and teamwork are key in his trade. VIEW MORE

Liam has been involved in sponsorship negotiation and management for over 30 years. He has advised both National and International clients on their sponsorship strategies. VIEW MORE

Grainne Humphreys is the Festival Director of the Dublin International Film Festival. She hosts training workshops and masterclasses both in Ireland internationally and teaches cinema at UCD and Griffith College. She also reviews film and popular culture for RTE and other media. VIEW MORE

Gráinne McCaffrey is a Marketing & Communications Executive at IntoMedia Group. Home to The Irish News, Q Radio and Interpress, the group believes in the power of media and is committed to providing accurate news coverage and entertaining audiences through high-quality content on multiple platforms. VIEW MORE

David is Managing Director with KICK, where he brings an impressive 20 years' experience helping brands achieve exponential growth and delivering commercial success VIEW MORE

PR1 is a public relations consultancy in operation for 20 years and responsible for some of the most high profile events and PR Campaigns in Ireland. Helen brings knowledge and expertise gained from two decades of PR experience at board level to the judging process of the Irish Sponsorship Awards. VIEW MORE

Kate has over 20 years' experience in media, having worked across a wide range of clients, both local and international, from product launches to rebrands, and public information to sponsorship activations. Kate leads a planning team in Mindshare, working on insurance, FMCG, retail and motor brands. VIEW MORE

Aiste is Advertising Manager at Electric Ireland with over a decade of marketing expertise. She’s shaped major brands and rights holders’ campaigns including FAI, GAA & Camogie Minor Championships, Chelsea FC, Darkness Into Light and many others. VIEW MORE

Karen Price, an accomplished Creative Director, excels in advertising, brand building, business development, and digital media. With a strategic mindset and artistic flair, she delivers innovative solutions, driving growth and profitability. VIEW MORE